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CAD Pulgaon jawans shine at World Police and Fire Games in USA
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Nagpur: Showcasing exceptional skill and dedication, a 15-member team from Central Ammunition Depot (CAD) Pulgaon and Army Ordnance Corps (AOC), brought laurels to India by winning 15 medals — 7 gold, 2 silver, and 6 bronze — at the 2025 World Police and Fire Games held in Birmingham, Alabama, USA.
The Indian contingent included 47 members, including 10 from CAD Pulagon, 5 from AOC and rest from various state and central fire services.
The World Police and Fire Games 2025, held from June 27 to July 6, featured over 8,000 athletes from 70+ countries, competing in 60 sports across 45 venues. The Pulgaon team, comprising only fire services staff, stood out for their stellar performance, built on rigorous training and preparation.
The victorious CAD members (in Fire Games) were Mohan Kawre (1 gold, 2 silver), MD Hussain, (1 gold, 1 bronze), Yogpal (1 gold, 1 bronze), Ravinder Kumar (1 gold, 1 bronze), Ranjit, (1 gold, 1 bronze), Rahul Yadav (1 gold, 1 bronze) and Gaurav (1 gold, 1 bronze). Sachin Karmore, Harbhan Singh and Amandeep too were part of the team.
Before departing on June 24, the team underwent an intensive 20-day training camp, supported by ASI Pune, Rajputana Rifles Centre, Delhi, and CAD facilities.
Their earlier triumph at the 3rd National Fire Games, where they emerged champions, had already marked them as strong contenders.
Their international feat received high praise. DGOS Lt Gen Suresh Tandy felicitated them at Army HQ on July 11, while Union home minister Amit Shah honoured the athletes on July 18, applauding their contribution to national pride.
On July 21, the team received a hero's welcome in Pulgaon.
A victory procession was held from the railway station to CAD, with the athletes riding a decorated chariot and showered with garlands.
The team credited their success to the relentless guidance of CAD Pulgaon Commandant, senior athletic mentors, and fire services trainers. Their achievement marks a golden chapter in the history of AOC's fire brigade, inspiring others in the defence and fire services community.
